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... the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of fire or explosion. Use of power supply cord set (provided in fire. Refer battery replacement to rain or water. It should be a detachable type: UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated ...! Maximum length is damaged or frayed. Promptly dispose used batteries according to regulations applicable to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a When the power cord or plug is 15 feet (4.6 meters). vi 11 Unplug this unit.
... the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of fire or explosion. Use of power supply cord set (provided in fire. Refer battery replacement to rain or water. It should be a detachable type: UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated ...! Maximum length is damaged or frayed. Promptly dispose used batteries according to regulations applicable to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a When the power cord or plug is 15 feet (4.6 meters). vi 11 Unplug this unit.
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... module 20 System LED indicators 21 Front panel LED indicators 21 Hot-plug HDD LED indicator 22 LAN port LED indicators 22 Power supply module LED indicators 23 2 System setup 25 Setting up the system 27 Pre-installation requirements 27 Connecting peripherals 28 Turning on the ...system 29 Power-on problems 30 Configuring the system OS 31 Rack mount configuration 32 Turning off the system 33 3 System upgrade 35 Installation precautions...
... module 20 System LED indicators 21 Front panel LED indicators 21 Hot-plug HDD LED indicator 22 LAN port LED indicators 22 Power supply module LED indicators 23 2 System setup 25 Setting up the system 27 Pre-installation requirements 27 Connecting peripherals 28 Turning on the ...system 29 Power-on problems 30 Configuring the system OS 31 Rack mount configuration 32 Turning off the system 33 3 System upgrade 35 Installation precautions...
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... memory 55 Installing an expansion card 60 Installing the SAS controller board 62 Installing the BMC module 63 Installing the ARMC/3 module 64 Installing a redundant power supply module 66 4 System BIOS 69 BIOS overview 71 Entering BIOS setup 72 BIOS setup primary menus 72 BIOS setup navigation keys 73 Main menu 74...
... memory 55 Installing an expansion card 60 Installing the SAS controller board 62 Installing the BMC module 63 Installing the ARMC/3 module 64 Installing a redundant power supply module 66 4 System BIOS 69 BIOS overview 71 Entering BIOS setup 72 BIOS setup primary menus 72 BIOS setup navigation keys 73 Main menu 74...
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... • Parallel port • Four rear USB 2.0 ports • Two Gigabit LAN ports (RJ-45) Power supply and system fan • 610-watts power supply with redundant option • System fan with redundant option Hardware monitoring and server management • Winbond W83792D hardware... monitoring IC for voltage, temperature, and fan speed detection • LED indicators for constant monitoring of basic system function • Acer ...
... • Parallel port • Four rear USB 2.0 ports • Two Gigabit LAN ports (RJ-45) Power supply and system fan • 610-watts power supply with redundant option • System fan with redundant option Hardware monitoring and server management • Winbond W83792D hardware... monitoring IC for voltage, temperature, and fan speed detection • LED indicators for constant monitoring of basic system function • Acer ...
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... USB mouse, keyboard, and media redirection 7 Hardware options Note: To purchase the any of the following hardware options, contact your local Acer representative. • Media storage • LSI 1068 SAS controller board provides both SAS and SATA2 support • LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID ...-band and out-band server management • ARMC/3 (Acer Remote Management Card/3) module - Backup battery unit (BBU) option • Ultra 320 SCSI HBA (for backup devices only) • Redundant modules • Hot-swap redundant power supply • Redundant system fan • Server management •...
... USB mouse, keyboard, and media redirection 7 Hardware options Note: To purchase the any of the following hardware options, contact your local Acer representative. • Media storage • LSI 1068 SAS controller board provides both SAS and SATA2 support • LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID ...-band and out-band server management • ARMC/3 (Acer Remote Management Card/3) module - Backup battery unit (BBU) option • Ultra 320 SCSI HBA (for backup devices only) • Redundant modules • Hot-swap redundant power supply • Redundant system fan • Server management •...
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Power supply module cord socket Connect the system power cord here. port Parallel port Connects to a PS/2 mouse. Main power Provides the system's main power supply module supply. 11 Rear panel No. PS/2 mouse port Connects to parallel devices. Monitor port Connects to a PS/2 keyboard. PS/2 keyboard Connects to monitors. Serial port Connects to disengage the module from the chassis. Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Component Description Power supply module release latch Push down the latch to serial devices.
Power supply module cord socket Connect the system power cord here. port Parallel port Connects to a PS/2 mouse. Main power Provides the system's main power supply module supply. 11 Rear panel No. PS/2 mouse port Connects to parallel devices. Monitor port Connects to a PS/2 keyboard. PS/2 keyboard Connects to monitors. Serial port Connects to disengage the module from the chassis. Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Component Description Power supply module release latch Push down the latch to serial devices.
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... fault indicator Indicates the occurrence of a fault condition in the power supply module. (green/amber) Power supply module status indicator Indicates the status of identification during servicing or maintenance procedures. (blue) Connects to USB devices. Redundant power supply module bay Accommodates an optional hot-swap redundant power supply module. Icon 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 ...covers Protects the vacant expansion slots. Gigabit LAN ports 1/2 Connects to mark a particular server unit within a server group (when rack-mounted) for purpose of the power supply module. (green)
... fault indicator Indicates the occurrence of a fault condition in the power supply module. (green/amber) Power supply module status indicator Indicates the status of identification during servicing or maintenance procedures. (blue) Connects to USB devices. Redundant power supply module bay Accommodates an optional hot-swap redundant power supply module. Icon 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 ...covers Protects the vacant expansion slots. Gigabit LAN ports 1/2 Connects to mark a particular server unit within a server group (when rack-mounted) for purpose of the power supply module. (green)
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13 Internal components No. Component 1 Redundant power supply module bay 2 Air duct 3 Heat sink fan (HSF) assemblies 4 Release sliders for the 5.25-inch devices 5 Release sliders for the HDD cages 6 Mainboard 7 PCI slot lock levers 8 System fan Users have the option to purchase a redundant system fan unit.
13 Internal components No. Component 1 Redundant power supply module bay 2 Air duct 3 Heat sink fan (HSF) assemblies 4 Release sliders for the 5.25-inch devices 5 Release sliders for the HDD cages 6 Mainboard 7 PCI slot lock levers 8 System fan Users have the option to purchase a redundant system fan unit.
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... To purchase this option, contact your local Acer representative. 21 System LED indicators This section discusses the different LED indicators located on the: • Front panel • Hot-plug HDD carrier • LAN port • Power supply module Knowing what each LED indicator signifies can... aid in normal mode. LAN port 1/2 Green connection On Network connection is powered on the front panel allow the constant monitoring of basic system functions. Blinking...
... To purchase this option, contact your local Acer representative. 21 System LED indicators This section discusses the different LED indicators located on the: • Front panel • Hot-plug HDD carrier • LAN port • Power supply module Knowing what each LED indicator signifies can... aid in normal mode. LAN port 1/2 Green connection On Network connection is powered on the front panel allow the constant monitoring of basic system functions. Blinking...
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Off AC power is disconnected from the module. Fault (bottom) Green On Input voltage requirements are met. Amber On • Overvoltage • Overcurrent • Output short circuit Off AC power is disconnected from the module. 23 Power supply module LED indicators Indicator Color Status Description Status (top) Green On Output requirements are met.
Off AC power is disconnected from the module. Fault (bottom) Green On Input voltage requirements are met. Amber On • Overvoltage • Overcurrent • Output short circuit Off AC power is disconnected from the module. 23 Power supply module LED indicators Indicator Color Status Description Status (top) Green On Output requirements are met.
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... 39 for instructions. 2 Observe steps 2 through 5 of the previous section. 3 Connect the easy-swap HDD cables. (1) Connect the power connectors of the SAS/SATA2 cable to the power supply module HDD power cables. (2) Connect the data connectors of the SAS/SATA2 cable to the signal connectors of the of the easy-swap...controller board. 4 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 114. For related instructions, go to the SAS1-1 connector of the SAS/SATA2 power cable to the "RAID configuration utilities" section on page 38. 5 Set up the new hard drive's RAID configuration.
... 39 for instructions. 2 Observe steps 2 through 5 of the previous section. 3 Connect the easy-swap HDD cables. (1) Connect the power connectors of the SAS/SATA2 cable to the power supply module HDD power cables. (2) Connect the data connectors of the SAS/SATA2 cable to the signal connectors of the of the easy-swap...controller board. 4 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 114. For related instructions, go to the SAS1-1 connector of the SAS/SATA2 power cable to the "RAID configuration utilities" section on page 38. 5 Set up the new hard drive's RAID configuration.
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... are qualified to service server systems and are trained to provide the system with a redundant power source. There are properly grounded before handling a power supply module. 66 3 System upgrade Installing a redundant power supply module The Altos G540 supports two 610-watts hot-swap power supply modules. WARNING! Electrostatic discharge can also consider wearing protective gloves. To reduce the risk...
... are qualified to service server systems and are trained to provide the system with a redundant power source. There are properly grounded before handling a power supply module. 66 3 System upgrade Installing a redundant power supply module The Altos G540 supports two 610-watts hot-swap power supply modules. WARNING! Electrostatic discharge can also consider wearing protective gloves. To reduce the risk...
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Keep the cover for future reassembly. 2 Slide the module into the empty bay until you feel resistance, and it locks into place. 3 Verify that the power status indicators on the main power supply and on the newly installed redundant power supply are illuminated green. 67 To install a hot-swap power supply module: 1 Detach the cover from the chassis.
Keep the cover for future reassembly. 2 Slide the module into the empty bay until you feel resistance, and it locks into place. 3 Verify that the power status indicators on the main power supply and on the newly installed redundant power supply are illuminated green. 67 To install a hot-swap power supply module: 1 Detach the cover from the chassis.
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...connected and secured? • Did you 're encountering. • AC power is available at the wall outlet? • Is the power supply module properly installed? • Is the system power cord properly plugged into the power supply module socket? To check these settings, refer to the manufacturer's documentation that... a NEMA 5-15R outlet for 100-120 V or a NEMA 6-15R outlet for the problem you press the system power button to turn the server on (power on add-in boards and peripheral devices correct? Refer to the operating system documentation. • Are all hardware components ...
...connected and secured? • Did you 're encountering. • AC power is available at the wall outlet? • Is the power supply module properly installed? • Is the system power cord properly plugged into the power supply module socket? To check these settings, refer to the manufacturer's documentation that... a NEMA 5-15R outlet for 100-120 V or a NEMA 6-15R outlet for the problem you press the system power button to turn the server on (power on add-in boards and peripheral devices correct? Refer to the operating system documentation. • Are all hardware components ...
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...sure there is no diskette in floppy drive and no disc in the DVD-ROM drive. 8 If the power indicator is plugged into a properly grounded AC outlet and in the power supply module cord socket. 4 Make sure the display monitor and keyboard are correctly connected to the system. 5 Turn...devices. 2 Disconnect all peripheral devices from the system, except for the keyboard and the display monitor. 3 Make sure the system power cord is lit, attempt to identifying a hardware problem and its cause. If the power indicator did not light up status Caution: Before disconnecting any peripheral devices.
...sure there is no diskette in floppy drive and no disc in the DVD-ROM drive. 8 If the power indicator is plugged into a properly grounded AC outlet and in the power supply module cord socket. 4 Make sure the display monitor and keyboard are correctly connected to the system. 5 Turn...devices. 2 Disconnect all peripheral devices from the system, except for the keyboard and the display monitor. 3 Make sure the system power cord is lit, attempt to identifying a hardware problem and its cause. If the power indicator did not light up status Caution: Before disconnecting any peripheral devices.
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...it by plugging another device. • Make sure the power indicator on the front panel is set as 1.44/1.25 MB 3 1/2. Do the following : • Make sure the power supply module is properly installed. • Make sure the power cord is connected correctly. • Make sure that the... wall outlet has power. Do the following : • Make sure the FDD data and power cables are properly connected. • Check that relevant...
...it by plugging another device. • Make sure the power indicator on the front panel is set as 1.44/1.25 MB 3 1/2. Do the following : • Make sure the power supply module is properly installed. • Make sure the power cord is connected correctly. • Make sure that the... wall outlet has power. Do the following : • Make sure the FDD data and power cables are properly connected. • Check that relevant...
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... L LAN ports location 12 network connection indicator 22 network speed indicator 22 troubleshooting 108 LED indicators front panel 21 HDD carrier 22 LAN port 22 power supply module 23 LSI Logic Config Utility 116 LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility 117 M mechanical specifications chassis 6 mainboard 6 media storage specification 4 upgrade option 7 memory BIOS...
... L LAN ports location 12 network connection indicator 22 network speed indicator 22 troubleshooting 108 LED indicators front panel 21 HDD carrier 22 LAN port 22 power supply module 23 LSI Logic Config Utility 116 LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility 117 M mechanical specifications chassis 6 mainboard 6 media storage specification 4 upgrade option 7 memory BIOS...
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... 11 indicator, location 9 indicator, status 21 troubleshooting 106 turn off 33 turn on 29 power off via hardware 33 via software 33 power supply module fault indicator, description 23 fault indicator, location 12 install 66 redundant bay 13 release ...bridge 16 specification chipset 3 environmental 6 hardware monitoring 5 I/O ports 5 mechanical 6 media storage 4 memory 3 networking 4 operating system 5 PCI interface 4 power supply 5 processor 3 server management 5 system fan 5 video controller 4 status/fault indicator description 21 location 9 supervisor password 89 system boards ARMC/3 module 20...
... 11 indicator, location 9 indicator, status 21 troubleshooting 106 turn off 33 turn on 29 power off via hardware 33 via software 33 power supply module fault indicator, description 23 fault indicator, location 12 install 66 redundant bay 13 release ...bridge 16 specification chipset 3 environmental 6 hardware monitoring 5 I/O ports 5 mechanical 6 media storage 4 memory 3 networking 4 operating system 5 PCI interface 4 power supply 5 processor 3 server management 5 system fan 5 video controller 4 status/fault indicator description 21 location 9 supervisor password 89 system boards ARMC/3 module 20...
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... 37 expansion card 60 hard drive 41 installation precautions 37 memory 55 post-installation instructions 38 preinstallation instructions 38 processor 50 redundant power supply module 66 SAS controller board 62 T thermal grease 52 troubleshooting display problems 109 DVD-ROM drive problems 107 FAQ 106 FDD ...problem 106 hardware diagnostics 104 HDD problem 107 initial checklist 103 initial startup problems 102 memory problem 107 network problems 108 power indicator problem 106 software program problem 108 system reset 101 USB device problems 108 U UID switch 12 unit identification, see UID...
... 37 expansion card 60 hard drive 41 installation precautions 37 memory 55 post-installation instructions 38 preinstallation instructions 38 processor 50 redundant power supply module 66 SAS controller board 62 T thermal grease 52 troubleshooting display problems 109 DVD-ROM drive problems 107 FAQ 106 FDD ...problem 106 hardware diagnostics 104 HDD problem 107 initial checklist 103 initial startup problems 102 memory problem 107 network problems 108 power indicator problem 106 software program problem 108 system reset 101 USB device problems 108 U UID switch 12 unit identification, see UID...